Orange Bowl Beigel-Feis-Hixon Valor Award

Orange Bowl Beigel-Feis-Hixon Valor Award

Amount: $10,000 scholarship

Purpose: Honors the memory of Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School coaches Scott Beigel (cross-country coach and geography teacher), Aaron Feis (assistant football coach and security guard), and Chris Hixon (wrestling coach and athletic director) who were killed protecting their colleagues and students on February 14, 2018.

Award Focus: Designed to salute an outstanding South Florida student-athlete who exhibits valor and courage in the face of adversity.

Eligibility

• High school student-athletes from South Florida
• Must demonstrate courage and valor in overcoming adversity
• Strong academic performance
• Leadership in athletics and community service

Award Criteria

Recipients should exemplify:
• Exceptional character and resilience
• Balance of academic excellence and athletic achievement
• Community service and involvement
• Leadership both on and off the field

Geographic Scope

South Florida region

Background

This is an annual award honoring the three MSD High School coaches. Past recipients include:
• 2023: Angelica Deribeaux, Palmer Trinity School
• 2022: Alcivial Henrisme, Glades Central High School
• 2021: Ashley Moon, Miami Springs Senior High School
• 2020: Kimberly Slinkosky, Cooper City High School
• 2019: Christopher Volpe, Jupiter High School
• 2018: Travis Julmice, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School